In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 53.6% above the period average and just 2.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹4,500 (88.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,210. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.